http://www.wddty.com/osteoporosis en-gb http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 20 Women who want to strengthen their bones, especially after menopause, should supplement with potassium citrate for 12 months. It’s proven to improve bone mineral density, and it’s a great way of countering the acid-producing effects of the standard Western diet. http://www.wddty.com/osteoporosis-the-effective-way-of-treating-it-without-drugs.html http://www.wddty.com/osteoporosis-the-effective-way-of-treating-it-without-drugs.html Thu, 24 Jan 2008 10:56:00 GMT Health It’s common for drugs to have a “paradoxical effect”. This is medicalese for stating that the drug can cause the very symptoms it’s supposed to be treating. http://www.wddty.com/osteoporosis-drugs-too-often-they-weaken-the-bones.html http://www.wddty.com/osteoporosis-drugs-too-often-they-weaken-the-bones.html Thu, 28 Jun 2007 12:57:00 GMT Health These days, the first line of pharmaceutical defence against osteoporosis is a class of drugs called ‘bisphosphonates’, including risedronate and alendronate. These drugs inhibit bone resorption (wearing away of bone) and increase bone mineral density, reducing fracture risk. Nevertheless, they are also associated with oesophageal irritation, ulceration and even perforation. To avoid these adverse effects, oral bisphosphonates should be taken while standing, and you should remain upright for 30 minutes after ingestion (Ann Long-term Care, 2002; 10: e-pub). http://www.wddty.com/alternative-treatment-for-osteoporosis.html http://www.wddty.com/alternative-treatment-for-osteoporosis.html Thu, 1 Sep 2005 12:00:00 GMT Health Osteoporosis, which means ‘porous bones’, describes any condition that reduces bone mass. Symptoms include leg and foot cramps; height loss; lower-back pain; hip, wrist and spine fractures; http://www.wddty.com/brittle-bones.html http://www.wddty.com/brittle-bones.html Sun, 1 Jun 2003 12:00:00 GMT Health Studies into the effects of high animal-protein intake compared with vegetarianism on the risk of osteoporosis have produced confusing and contradictory findings. http://www.wddty.com/brittle-bones_2.html http://www.wddty.com/brittle-bones_2.html Sun, 1 Jun 2003 12:00:00 GMT Health The disproportionate focus on calcium as the most important bone builder means that many women and men at risk from osteoporosis miss out on other equally important nutrients. http://www.wddty.com/brittle-bones_1.html http://www.wddty.com/brittle-bones_1.html Sun, 1 Jun 2003 12:00:00 GMT Health Thinning bones has less to do with the menopause than with Western dietary practices, but it can largely be prevented by diet and regular exercise. ... http://www.wddty.com/preventing-bone-loss-without-drugs.html http://www.wddty.com/preventing-bone-loss-without-drugs.html Fri, 1 Jan 1999 12:00:00 GMT Health It is estimated that over 25 million people in the United States are affected by osteoporosis, or thinning of the bones. The condition increases the risk of bone fracture, especially in the elderl ... http://www.wddty.com/bone-building-without-calcium.html http://www.wddty.com/bone-building-without-calcium.html Wed, 1 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT Health I am 54, and I have an underactive thyroid for which I take thyroxine. In 1989, I unfortunately allowed myself to be talked into taking HRT. The one reason that persuaded me was the protection it ... http://www.wddty.com/thyroxine-and-osteoporosis.html http://www.wddty.com/thyroxine-and-osteoporosis.html Sat, 1 Jun 1996 12:00:00 GMT Health Women with low bone density after menopause can slow or prevent osteoporosis by a combination of exercise and calcium supplementation to an acceptable degree without the side effects of hormone re ... http://www.wddty.com/calcium-for-osteoporosis.html http://www.wddty.com/calcium-for-osteoporosis.html Sat, 1 Feb 1992 12:00:00 GMT Health A 58-year-old active woman has learned that the bone density in her back has slipped to just 87% of normal levels. She takes a wide range of vitamins plus calcium and magnesium and has just started on silica. She would like to avoid taking Fosamax if at all possible. Can anyone offer her advice? http://www.wddty.com/osteoporosis_4.html http://www.wddty.com/osteoporosis_4.html Sun, 1 Apr 1990 12:00:00 GMT Health A 58-year-old active woman has learned that the bone density in her back has slipped to just 87% of normal levels. She takes a wide range of vitamins plus calcium and magnesium and has just started on silica. She would like to avoid taking Fosamax if at all possible. Can anyone offer her advice? http://www.wddty.com/osteoporosis_6.html http://www.wddty.com/osteoporosis_6.html Sun, 1 Apr 1990 12:00:00 GMT Health A 58-year-old active woman has learned that the bone density in her back has slipped to just 87% of normal levels. She takes a wide range of vitamins plus calcium and magnesium and has just started on silica. She would like to avoid taking Fosamax if at all possible. Can anyone offer her advice? http://www.wddty.com/osteoporosis_5.html http://www.wddty.com/osteoporosis_5.html Sun, 1 Apr 1990 12:00:00 GMT Health A 58-year-old active woman has learned that the bone density in her back has slipped to just 87% of normal levels. She takes a wide range of vitamins plus calcium and magnesium and has just started on silica. http://www.wddty.com/osteoporosis_3.html http://www.wddty.com/osteoporosis_3.html Sun, 1 Apr 1990 12:00:00 GMT Health